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OBESITY SURGERY IN MEXICO
As part
of the Laparoscopic Solutions group,
ObesityFree is focused on the treatment of
patients who have struggled for years with
their excess weight. At present, obesity is
considered an epidemic and for the first time
in many decades, life expectancy is expected
to decline in years to come - by as much as 10 years because
of this previously underestimated condition.
So don't waste valuable time anymore. Having
weight loss surgery is a life changing decision
that anyone with obesity issues should make.
Consider not only the esthetical results
but also the even more important positive
changes in your physical and mental health.
Take advantage of modern technology and advances
in this surgical field to enjoy the many benefits
of being obesity free.
Let us put your mind at ease and explain. Here at ObesityFree, we are dedicated to offering you a full service
experience with two all-inclusive, fixed price packages to
make your obesity surgery trip an exciting and safe adventure.
You can be completely confident about your result because
our hospital lives up to the highest quality of international health care standards. Christus Muguerza
Hospital's affiliation with an innovative
American hospital system like the Christus
Health Group means that it operates
similarly to an American hospital network
but it is located in Mexico and therefore can offer obesity surgery at a fraction of the American price.
Our hospital was the first in Latin America
to receive certification by the Joint
Commission International which is recognized
as a world leader in health care quality and
patient safety.
AMERICAN HEALTH CARE STANDARDS AT MEXICAN PRICES
As well as top-notch medical care, you get financial peace of mind when you choose us because we have a fixed price policy here at Obesity Free. This means you will know the total cost in advance with our all-inclusive packages.
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OBESITY AND ITS CLASSIFICATION |
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| Obesity represents a state of excess storage of body fat; it is a complex condition with serious social and psychological dimensions, affecting virtually all ages and socioeconomic groups. Approximately one-third of US adults are obese. The health consequences of severe obesity have been well described. And current evidence suggests surgical therapies offer the best hope for substantial and sustainable weight loss in obese patients, with resultant mortality reduction. |
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The United States of America currently ranks 9th in the world in obesity prevalence. This trend is ominous, because morbid obesity predisposes patients to co-morbid diseases, which affect nearly every organ / system.
Here are some of the diseases developed (or worsened) in an obese person:
- Type 2 diabetes (400% greater risk)
- Cardiovascular disease (300% greater risk)
- Stroke (170% greater risk)
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Sleep apnea
- Hypoventilation syndrome
- Asthma
- Osteoarthritis
- Cancers (50% greater chance of developing breast cancer and several types of cancers such as endometrial, colon, etc.)
- High blood cholesterol
- Metabolic syndrome
- Gallbladder disease (gallstones)
- Liver diseases (fatty liver and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis)
- Urinary incontinence
- Gynecological problems (abnormal menses, infertility)
- Depression, etc.
So it is evident that obesity shortens life expectancy and affects quality of life tremendously. It is projected to become the leading cause of death in the near future!
In fact, a recent research at Oxford University found that moderate obesity reduces life expectancy by about 3 years, and that severe obesity can shorten a person's life by 10 years.
Summary: Obese and overweight persons are statistically likely to have large decreases in life expectancy and increases in early mortality, unless an efficient solution for weight loss is implemented to solve this serious condition.
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SURGICAL TREATMENT |
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| A large number of weight loss operations have been devised over the last 50 years. The operations recognized by most surgeons include: vertical banded gastroplasty, gastric banding (adjustable or non-adjustable), Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (Gastric Sleeve) and malabsorbtion procedures such as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, biliopancreatic diversion and duodenal switch.
We have focussed our practice on just two of them: Gastric Sleeve and Adjustable Gastric Band. The reason for this decision is simple. We've seen that the best results come from these two procedures. When the patient is a good candidate, weight loss comes easily, giving them a smooth and nice journey to their goal weight! Patients who choose either of these avoid the disadvantages and complications that other weight loss procedures have, such as nutritional deficiencies, osteoporosis, anemia, marginal ulcers, dumping syndrome, etc. |
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